Woodburn Public School

Shane’s Simplicities...... Literacy Awards

Our school assemblies allow us the opportunity to celebrate the efforts of students toward many aspects of school, especially literacy. One student from each class is presented with a book prize at our assemblies for their efforts toward literacy. If your child has arrived home with a book this year I encourage you to celebrate with them. There is an insert at the front of the book advising why it was presented.

Dream World Tickets (Book Pack & School Fees draw). The draw to see who would win the family pass to Dream World was held last Friday. It is pleasing to advise that Zac Turner of Kindergarten was the lucky winner. He has secured 5 tickets (2 adult/3 kids) to Dream World which I hope proves to be a great day out for his family.

Active After-School Communities program So far these two afternoon sessions have been running smoothly and all students have been actively engaged and having fun throughout. We have 5 more sessions for each sport during this term. Given commitments from our ‘community coaches’ our Wednesday afternoon sessions (Tee Ball) do conclude at 4:20. Parents of this group are asked to be aware of this and try to be at school around 4:15 for pick up. This will help to ensure children are not left unsupervised at any time.

Afternoon Pick-Ups – Our school car park and the road outside the school can be busy of an afternoon and presents risks to the safety and well-being of students. Some additional signage has been added to the gateways to remind parents of this and advises of some expectations that we ask parents to meet. Of particular importance are:• Children should not be in the car park without adult company,• Parents should use the gateway (access point) between the car park and the playground near the bus shelter for

For Your Diary Week 6 3 - 7 March Wed K/1/2 SwimmingFri 3/4/5/6 SwimmingWeek 7 10 - 14 MarchWed K/1/2 SwimmingFri 3/4/5/6 SwimmingWeek 8 17 - 21 MarchMon Life Education $5Tues Life Education $5Wed K/1/2 SwimmingFri 3/4/5/6 SwimmingNext P & C MeetingMonday 17 March 6:30 pm

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Week 6 Term 1 Wednesday 5 March 2014 2014

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afternoon pick-ups, and• Children (and parents) crossing the road outside the school should use the pedestrian crossing.

Students are being reminded of these expectations by teachers and we ask for parent cooperation also. Every child’s safety is our concern.

Student behaviour and social media Our school strives to manage student behaviours and the values students demonstrate on a daily basis. We understand that students come from different homes and backgrounds and that we have to meld these individuals into a cohesive group that can work, play and interact successfully on a daily basis. At times this can present some challenges, especially when students are involved with social media.

The faceless nature of social media means that people cannot see the impact of what they write to know when and if they have gone too far. This is where social media is at its most dangerous.I am aware that some students in our school are in breach of Facebook’s requirement that people are at least 13 years of age to open an account. This is not endorsed by the school and I ask parents to consider their own duty of care to protect your own children and the damage that can be caused to others. What is intended as harmless by our relatively immature students can have profound effects on others.

Being a parent is not easy and sometimes saying no to children may be challenging, although in their best interests.

Issues that affect behaviour at school that are linked to social media (something that cannot be accessed by students on school devices) is very difficult to manage effectively. Whilst we will do our best, we rely on the support and cooperation of parents beyond our school gate. I look forward to this cooperation being provided.

IPods and other devices I have seen of late a growing number of electronic devices coming to school. This is not encouraged

and I remind students and parents that this is done at the owner’s risk. If the device is valuable, important or special in any way it is probably best left at home. Mobile phones are also not expected to be at school. Where a student needs to bring a phone for transport to and from school reasons, these should be left at the school office during the day. Phones that are found in student possession during the school day will be confiscated and held until collected by a parent. Students should therefore be aware that devices that are necessary for travel purposes should follow the expected routine each day.

Until next week....

SRC NewsTerm One Entertainment Night

The theme for the night is ‘Epic’, so you could come along as a whacky botanist or wear green to hide out in the forest.

This FRIDAY 7 March from 5.30 pm to 8.00 pm so come and join us.

The entry cost remains the same; $5 per student or $12 per family, this includes a sausage sizzle, drink and a treat. Please send along a plate of ‘yummies’ for us to sell. Sending spending money with some change is always helpful.

We look forward to having a great night. Tracey TebbuttSRC Patron

Clean Up AustraliaThanks to all students and staff who over the past days have participated in Clean Up Australia Day. Year 3/4 were very busy cleaning up the outside perimeter of

the school. they were amazed by the number of cigarette butts and glass beer bottles that they found. Let’s hope there is less rubbish next year.

Tracey TebbuttCOORDINATOR

National Ride 2 School DayWednesday 19 March is National Ride 2 School Day for 2014 and excitement is mounting as we get closer to the day.Children will be discussing safety procedures about riding to school on the weeks leading up to the day. On the day we will celebrate and share our experiences, we will also discuss any issues that occurred as they travelled to school. The children will also be participating in a colouring/design competition. Data will be collected and sent to the organiser of National Ride to School Day for nationwide collation.

A few reminders for the day include:• School gates will be open as normal to allow parents and students to walk, ride or skate.• Riders/skaters to wear helmets.• To ensure security of the bikes and

scooters, students are to place their bikes on the bike rack.• Parents can assist by riding or walking to school with their children to ensure safety procedures are followed.• Students who travel by bus can also get into the spirit by ensuring that they follow the safety procedures needed for safe bus travel.

Suzanne Johnston

Student BankingSTAY COOL AT SCHOOL THIS SUMMERWin a CommBank Marquee for your school and $50 for a student just by depositing to your CommBank School Banking account in Term 1.

The school with the highest percentage of active students at the end of Term 1 will win a marquee. There are 4 marquees to be won in the Far North Coast area. Every student who completes a minimum of 3 school banking deposits in Term 1 will also be in the running to win one of two $50 credits to their School Banking account. Competition opens 28/01/2014 and closes 11/04/2014. For full terms and conditions please visit commbank.com.au/schoolbanking.School Banking is on each Friday morning.

Lyn BlakeCOORDINATOR

Canteen RosterRostered Weeks Monday

11 am - 2:30 pmFriday

9 am - 2:30 pmFriday (lunch prep) only

10 am - 12 noonWks 1 & 6 Jessica Hyde Sam & Rachel Trustum Jessica HydeWks 2 & 7 Lisa Cottle Kim Skaines & Kaz Humphris Jessica HydeWks 3 & 8 Tammi Davis Deb Cain & Natalie Piggott Jessica HydeWks 4 & 9 Stacy Gordon Kaz Humphris & Jessica Hyde

Wks 5 & 10 Belinda Gomes & Jennifer Merton

Jennifer Merton & Jessica Hyde

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Fresh & Frozen Fruits available now for just 20c

REMINDER - BROWN PAPER BAGS ARE 10C EACH IF NOT BROUGHT FROM HOME! Please have your money securely placed in your lunch bag! Parent Helpers for the next week are in bold. Thanks for your ongoing help - we really appreciate you! If you cannot make it on your rostered day it is up to you to find a replacement. Any ideas for canteen PLEASE come along to the next P & C Meeting!

UniformsNEW Hooded Jumpers now in stock - $25 ea, sizes 6 - 16 available. Sloppy joes will be discontinued - $5 till sold out!Kim SkainesUNIFORM COORDINATOR

Community StuffPlaygroup at Woodburn Public School

Every Thursday (during school terms) from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Come along for a fun morning. We have a great facility with plenty of toys and games. It’s very informal - a chat and morning tea while the kids play. It’s open to Mums, Dads, Grandmas, Grandpas and Carers.

JUST DANCE! Richmond ValleyClasses have resumed. Jazz/Funk, Modern/Contemporary & Stunt Cheer in Woodburn & Coraki for ages 3 & up. Prices start at $4 per lesson.New students welcome!Check out our 2014 timetable @www.facebook.com/JustDanceRVor contact Tammy on 0409822565 for further details.

Pam Bellingham School of Dance, Woodburn

Ages 3 to adult. Classical, contemporary, tapLadies’ fun & fitness class.

For enquiries and enrolments phone 0414 953 879

Village PlayersOur next production will be Dimboola, by Jack Hibberd – the most outrageous wedding of the year! The performances will be at the end of May and beginning of June.We are holding AUDITIONS on Sunday 16 March at 2pm. The venue is the St John’s Catholic Church Hall (at the back of the Church) in Wattle Street, Evans Head.

We are looking for 16 men and women aged from 15 to seniors. You do not need to have acting experience but you will expect to have loads of fun.If you need further information, contact Maureen Follers on 6682 5841 or 0407 398 961.Please pass this notice on to anyone who you think could be interested. And why don’t you come along yourself!Su DorlandSecretary – The Village Players

2014 SEASON IS HERE! Sign-on days for this season are as follows-Wednesdays 4-6pmGear can also be bought through the canteen at these times.Current registered players can register for 2014 season online. New players can also register online. Go to- www.myfootballclub.com.auIf you need assistance, help will be available at the Football club at the above dates and times.Enquiries: e-mail- woodburn.wolves@gmail.comPhone: Donna 0408080319 Coral 0488997630

Visit www.northernstar.com.au/competitionterms or The Northern Star front counter for full terms and conditions. Competition closes 5pm, Monday March 31, 2014. Total prize value $5,980. LTPS-14-00818.

We have a set of 10 iPads to be won by one lucky school. The school with the most tokens per student wins, so help your kids and their school by collecting as many tokens as you can.

Look for tokens and full entry details in The Northern Star or visit www.northernstar.com.au/ipadgiveaway.

DO IT FOR THE KIDS! START COLLECTING NOW!

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FOR YOUR CHILD’S SCHOOL!

Our Winners!RIPA’s Sean Davis

Cody SpicerZac Gillett Axton Brown Mika Spicer

KJ Zoe Brown Asger Paungreen Toby Dicinoski Isaac Graham1/2J Roary Hosie Aleigha Butler Indigo Skaines Zoe Wylie1/2D Sarah Cormack Benson Trustum Rebecca Bradley Angus Davis3/4T Corey Cross Bayley Williams Alex Kirk Blake Trustum5/6W Tyler Elliott Marshall Brown Clay Wylie

Book Awards Bonnie SmithHayden Simpson

Maddison Gordon Indigo Skaines Zac Turner

Values Certificates Adam MoylanZoe Wylie

Jayden WilliamsAlex Kirk

Dana SpicerBlake SmithViolet Hosie

Waylon CaldwellMelanie McHughBrandon Bradley

Jaydon StothardAngus Davis

Kobi Anderson

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